Human Resources Business Partner

Job Description

Job Description

Thorlabs is pleased to play a role in advancing science through the components, instruments, and systems we design and manufacture. We believe that science and innovation have great potential to improve the world around us and are committed to advancing photonics (i.e., light-based) technologies that positively impact our customers, employees, and communities. Via educational outreach and more sustainable business practices, we continuously invest in a brighter future. We recognize that each of our employees is a unique individual with the ability to contribute to our success and seek to find great people who will thrive in our fun, fast-paced culture.

At Thorlabs Inc., we’re pushing the boundaries of photonics and laser innovation, and we know that our people are at the core of our success. We are seeking a dynamic Human Resources Business Partner who will play a pivotal role in aligning Thorlabs’ people strategy with the business strategy. You will be a key link to the leaders and employees within your client groups to drive culture, talent, and employee engagement. Your role will build and maintain influential relationships by being a strategic partner with management and a resource and support for the employees. You will play a crucial role in ensuring that HR policies, procedures, tactics, and methods in support of the company’s overall HR strategy are communicated and implemented properly and consistently throughout the assigned site / business unit and at all stages of the employee life cycle. You will act as an advisor or coach to all employees, including leadership.

What You’ll Do :

• Proactively provides solutions and advice to strengthen the business, including advising leaders, coaching employees, and providing or sourcing tools and resources to aid in operating the business.
• Manages and resolves employee relations issues, addresses formal complaints, and conducts effective, thorough, and objective investigations.
• Maintains a comprehensive knowledge of legal requirements related to the day-to-day management of employees to reduce legal risks and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Consults and coaches management on various areas, including performance management, counseling, career development, inclusion, employee engagement, organization design, and disciplinary actions, suggesting alternative practices, and providing HR guidance when appropriate.
• Develops partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business values and objectives of the organization.
• Analyzes trends and metrics in partnership with the HR team to develop solutions, programs, and policies.
• Partners with outside counsel in the management of all immigration matters in designated business units, ensuring successful petitions as well as legal compliance.
• Provides guidance and input on business unit restructurings, workforce planning, and succession planning.

The Company retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Physical Activities :

This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand as necessary.

Requirements

What You Bring :

The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $130,000 D.O.E.

Thorlabs values its diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status. Job descriptions are not intended as and do not create employment contracts. The organization maintains its status as an at-will employer. Employees can be terminated for any reason not prohibited by law.

Benefits

Thorlabs offers a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, company paid life insurance, a generous PTO package, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement just to name a few.